Applications Used to Increase the Accuracy Rate of Transthoracic Lung Biopsies Performed in Centers for Molecular Biological Diagnosis and Targeted Therapy for Oncology
Murat Asik,
Ayten Guner Akbiyik
Abstract:Purpose
This study aims to assess the significance of imaging techniques and needle thickness employed in transthoracic core needle biopsy for determining the cancer type and subtypes, ultimately guiding the treatment of lung cancer.
Material and methods
Between 2018 and 2023, a cohort of 350 patients (69.7% male, 30.3% female) underwent CT-guided lung biopsy, predominantly utilizing core biopsies. Fine needle aspiration biopsies employed 18 or 20 G Chiba needles, while core ne… Show more
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